Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Bridgeport, CT, with a stated starting rate of $20.06 per hour. The listed weekly schedule is Friday, Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; Sunday and Monday are off. Whole Life serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Connecticut. The professional provides individualized, person-centered support that promotes daily living, independence, safety, and community participation. The role works with clients, families, managers, and providers to implement care plans and support clients’ personal goals.

What you'll do

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments
• maintain a clean living environment
• engage clients in social activities and community outings
• use mobility equipment appropriately
• document activities, observations, and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

person-centered care

developmental disabilities

activities of daily living

medication support

community integration

bridgeport ct

whole life

$20.06/hour

friday–saturday schedule

tuesday–thursday schedule

7:00 am–3:00 pm

paid training

healthcare pension

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental and health insurance, paid orientation, paid training, paid time off, 401(k), and healthcare pension
• eligibility for some benefits depends on employment classification and ACA eligibility.

Why this role

Whole Life provides CPR and PMT certifications through orientation and sponsors required medication administration certification within six months of hire.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.